Service Manager (social Work Adult Services)

Service Manager (Social Work Adult Services)

Are you a strategic and values-driven social work leader, passionate about delivery high-quality Adult Social Work Services and shaping services that improve outcomes for adults across Fife?

We are looking for an innovative and forward-thinking Service Manager (Social Work Adult Services) to lead the delivery, development and continuous improvement of Adult Social Work Services as part of the Health & Social Care Partnership. Working as a key member of the Integrated Complex and Critical Care Services management team, you will provide professional leadership, drive performance improvement, and support the delivery of the Partnership's strategic aims. You will be responsible for operational line management of Adult Services Social Work teams, contributing to the redesign and transformation of services to ensure effective, person-centred support.

You will also work collaboratively with internal and external partners, represent the Council and Partnership at local and national levels, and ensure high standards of governance, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The Person

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader who is committed to delivering excellence in integrated Health and Social Care across Fife.

You will have:

• Managerial experience within a social work setting.
• Experience in service and resource management
• A recognised Social Work qualification (SCQF level 9 or equivalent).
• Experience managing professional teams, supporting staff development and navigating complex staffing situations.
• Proven ability to lead and manage change, with strong analytical and strategic planning skills
• Experience of collaborative working across partnerships
• Strong report writing, presentation, communication and IT skills
• Understanding and experience of Health & Safety responsibilities
• Financial management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, regulation and statutory requirements.
• Project management skills and ability to deliver efficiencies

Full details on the role can be found in the Role Profile.

Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain a PVG Scheme membership. This will be actioned as part of your pre-employment checks.

As a progressive employer, we offer the opportunity to work in this role as a "blended working" arrangement with home-working opportunities and occasional office-working as required. While the significant part of the role can and will be carried out remotely, candidates should be able to travel to and attend office locations in Fife as required.